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rockfla · 08-11-2023, 01:17 PM

I know there are a couple of ways of mounting a Flathead on an modern engine stand....any NEGATIVES to using the exhaust ports mounting type???? As far as any cracking or stress on the block???

drolston · 08-11-2023, 01:22 PM

It is widely used, and unlike the bell housing mount, there have been no reports of cracks or other problems caused by exhaust manifold mounting reported on The Ford Barn; at least not in my ten years.

alanwoodieman · 08-11-2023, 02:57 PM

Ford did it, enough said!

cadillac512 · 08-11-2023, 04:26 PM

No downside to using the exh port mounting as long as the bolts are correct length (not too short). If an 8BA, mount it rear or side...doesn't matter.

Terry

19Fordy · 08-11-2023, 05:02 PM

Rock: For best stability be sure to use an engine stand with 4 wheels.
Here's an example of a homemade stand for my 8BA. It held a completely assembled engine.
[url]https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/how-much-does-a-flathead-ford-weight.483150/ Use at least 3 in. dia. wheels. If you decide to make one, I still have the parts painted black and can mail you the full size templates. Tools needed: cutting torch, lathe, arc welder or Mig welder.
If you loan it out be sure to get it back before it "disappears" and finds a new home.

rockfla · 08-12-2023, 06:36 AM

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Thanks for the input guys, my customer who made my pressure test plates made me a plate for the exhaust and now is fabbing up bracing and brackets for a modern engine stand for me. It is my first foray into putting a flathead on an engine stand and wanted reassurance.

19forty thanks the the “tip” (no pun intended) and reminder on the 4 wheel stand as I have a 351 cleveland on a three wheel stand and have that constant threat of tipping every time i touch it

pistonbroke · 08-12-2023, 07:53 AM

Lincoln use the exhaust ports on the V12's. If it worked for those it will certainly work on a V8. Tim

deuce_roadster · 08-12-2023, 09:32 PM

You can't go wrong doing it the way KR Wilson designed. I really like my KRW stand.

JM 35 Sedan · 08-12-2023, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by cadillac512

No downside to using the exh port mounting as long as the bolts are correct length (not too short). If an 8BA, mount it rear or side...doesn't matter.

Terry

And there is also a concern if those exhaust port mounting bolts are too long. I've read posts where someone mentioned having coolant coming out of the exhaust ports after installing their newly rebuilt engine. They determined the cause to be the use of exhaust port mounting bolts that were too long, and damaged an internal water jacket, and/or a cylinder wall after torquing down those mounting bolts that were longer than necessary. A very expensive and disheartening mistake.

ssffnomad · 08-12-2023, 10:12 PM

Because guys don’t know how to measure Bolt Depth.

cadillac512 · 08-13-2023, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by ssffnomad

Because guys don’t know how to measure Bolt Depth.

Put down the impact wrenches and don't force things. Problem solved.

Terry

Flatmotors · 08-22-2023, 03:04 PM

There is a plate you can buy for them, $50 or $60 and it won’t hurt it.

08-11-2023, 01:17 PM	#1
rockfla Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Jacksonville FL Posts: 4,021	Flathead Engine stand mounting I know there are a couple of ways of mounting a Flathead on an modern engine stand....any NEGATIVES to using the exhaust ports mounting type???? As far as any cracking or stress on the block???

08-11-2023, 01:22 PM	#2
drolston Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Williamsburg, VA Posts: 1,637	Re: Flathead Engine stand mounting It is widely used, and unlike the bell housing mount, there have been no reports of cracks or other problems caused by exhaust manifold mounting reported on The Ford Barn; at least not in my ten years.

08-11-2023, 02:57 PM	#3
alanwoodieman Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: upstate SC Posts: 2,983	Re: Flathead Engine stand mounting Ford did it, enough said!

08-11-2023, 04:26 PM	#4
cadillac512 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Kansas Posts: 972	Re: Flathead Engine stand mounting No downside to using the exh port mounting as long as the bolts are correct length (not too short). If an 8BA, mount it rear or side...doesn't matter. Terry __________________ "It don't take but country smarts to solve the problem" (Smokey Yunick) '41 Merc Town Sedan / 260" 8CM engine '66 Fairlane four door / "warmed up" 302

08-12-2023, 06:36 AM	#6
rockfla Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Jacksonville FL Posts: 4,021	Re: Flathead Engine stand mounting Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Thanks for the input guys, my customer who made my pressure test plates made me a plate for the exhaust and now is fabbing up bracing and brackets for a modern engine stand for me. It is my first foray into putting a flathead on an engine stand and wanted reassurance. 19forty thanks the the “tip” (no pun intended) and reminder on the 4 wheel stand as I have a 351 cleveland on a three wheel stand and have that constant threat of tipping every time i touch it

08-12-2023, 07:53 AM	#7
pistonbroke Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Perry Mo. Posts: 498	Re: Flathead Engine stand mounting Lincoln use the exhaust ports on the V12's. If it worked for those it will certainly work on a V8. Tim

08-12-2023, 09:32 PM	#8
deuce_roadster Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Shelton, WA Posts: 3,810	Re: Flathead Engine stand mounting You can't go wrong doing it the way KR Wilson designed. I really like my KRW stand.

08-12-2023, 10:12 PM	#10
ssffnomad Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Upstate N.Y. Posts: 449	Re: Flathead Engine stand mounting Because guys don’t know how to measure Bolt Depth.

08-22-2023, 03:04 PM	#12
Flatmotors Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2023 Posts: 14	Re: Flathead Engine stand mounting There is a plate you can buy for them, $50 or $60 and it won’t hurt it.